Chapter 4 Care of Bleeding, Wounds, and Burns. Lesson Objectives (1 of 2) List the steps to control bleeding. Identify the different types of open wounds.

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Chapter 4 Care of Bleeding, Wounds, and Burns

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Lesson Objectives (1 of 2) List the steps to control bleeding. Identify the different types of open wounds. Describe the procedure for cleaning a wound. Explain the procedure for wound irrigation. Evaluate movement and sensation beyond the wound. Recognize the signs and symptoms for an infected wound. Know how to close a wound.

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Lesson Objectives (2 of 2) Identify risks for infection and know how to recognize an infected wound. Know how to care for special wounds, such as amputations, blisters, and bruises, and know when to consider evacuation because of a wound. Recognize burns by classification and severity. Know how to manage electrical burns. Know how to manage sunburn.

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Bleeding (1 of 2) Controlling bleeding –First priority is to control bleeding –Major bleeding can lead to cardiovascular shock. –Shock occurs when tissues do not get enough oxygenated blood.

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Wounds (2 of 14) Cleaning a wound –Wash the wound. –Use soap and clean water for shallow wounds. –Cover with a sterile or clean dressing.

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Wounds (3 of 14) Wound irrigation –Clean with a large syringe, bulb syringe, or plastic bag with a small hole in the corner. –Remove remaining fragments. –Do not use disinfectant in the wound. –Clean only the surface of puncture wounds.

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Wounds (9 of 14) Amputations –Attempt to preserve part. –Control breathing and treat victim for shock. –If amputated part is found: Rinse with clean water. Wrap part in sterile gauze. Place in waterproof container. Place on ice or in snow. Take part to hospital with victim.

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Burns (3 of 9) Immediate action –Stop the burning! –Remove victim from flame or smoke-filled area. –Cut off smoldering clothing or soak it with water.

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Burns (4 of 9) What to do at first –Check breathing. –Care for burns. –Check for additional injuries. –Remove jewelry and watches. –Remove belts and clothing from burned area. –Keep burn clean and prevent blisters from breaking. –Evacuate. –Give large amounts of fluids. –Relieve pain and inflammation.

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Burns (5 of 9) What to do later –First-degree burns: Apply ointment or cream to soothe. –Second- and third-degree burns: Wash gently, apply antibiotic ointments, cover with nonstick dressing and bandage.